Weidmuller USA, a leading provider of smart industrial connectivity and automation products and solutionsheadquartered in Richmond, Va., is proud to announce that the global Weidmüller Group has earned the prestigious EcoVadis Gold Medal for outstanding commitment to sustainability for the third consecutive year.

The achievement places Weidmüller among the top five percent of all companies assessed by EcoVadis worldwide and secures a position within the top two percent in the electronics, connectivity and automation industry for outstanding sustainability practices and initiatives.

EcoVadis is an internationally recognized platform for sustainability ratings, evaluating companies in the areas of environment, labor and human rights, ethics and sustainable procurement. This renowned recognition highlights Weidmüller’s continuous programs in the key fields of Corporate Social Responsibility.

“The third Gold Medal in a row clearly demonstrates how firmly sustainability is embedded in our corporate strategy,” said Dr. Timo Berger, Chief Technology Officer of the Weidmüller Group. “With our innovative solutions for industrial connectivity and our commitment to the environment and society, we are creating a strong foundation for a sustainable future.”Randy Sadler, President and CEO of Weidmuller USA, added, “By securing this leading position with EcoVadis for three consecutive years, Weidmüller reaffirms its ambition to integrate sustainability across all areas of the company.”